Nesco Gardenmaster Pro Food Dehydrator
- 8 trays, expandable to 30
- 1000 watts, Converga-Flow airflow
- 95 to 160 degrees F, adjustable thermostat
- BPA-free trays, dishwasher safe
- 8 fruit roll sheets, 8 Clean-A-Screens, jerky seasoning sample
- 52 page recipe and instruction book
Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A large round dehydrator that starts at eight trays and grows for big harvests, with accessories for fruit leather and small items. Its weight is not listed, so check storage before buying.
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ASIN: B00GN7O1POModel: FD-1018ACategory: Dehydrators
Overview
Drying large garden harvests and bulk jerky is the job of this white round Nesco. Converga-Flow technology forces air up and across the trays to the center, so every tray dries evenly.
A big starter set of screens and sheets means fruit rolls, herbs and jerky can begin on day one. The limit is bulk, since the unit is tall and wide and the listing gives no weight.
Who it's for
Families that preserve fruit, herbs and jerky each season use the expandable tray stack. Occasional snack makers will find eight trays more than they need.
Pros and cons
- Expandable tray capacity
- Even Converga-Flow airflow
- Fruit roll sheets and screens included
- Dishwasher safe per listing
- Weight not listed
- No digital timer listed
Performance notes
Air is driven up and across each tray toward the center, so food on different trays finishes close together. The thermostat range lets herbs dry at low heat and jerky at high heat. Clean-A-Screens hold small pieces so they do not fall through the trays.
Specifications
| Brand | Nesco |
|---|---|
| Model | FD-1018A |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions D X W X H | 17 x 15.5 x 14 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Temperature Range | 95 to 160 degrees F |
| Wattage | 1000 watts |
| Airflow type | Converga-Flow |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Plastic, food safe |
| Color | White |
| Included components | |
| Included components | 52-page recipe and instruction book, 8 Clean-A-Screens, 8 fruit roll sheets, jerky seasoning and cure sample |
| Other details | |
| Number of Trays | 8, expandable to 30higher than 67% of 47 dehydrators |
| Dishwasher Safe | Yes |
| Shape | Round |
Closest rivals on specs
Tribest Sedona Classic SD-S9000-B Digital Food Dehydrator- Number of Trays 8 vs 9 (-11%)
NutriChef NCFD10S Electric Food Dehydrator 10-Tray- Number of Trays 8 vs 10 (-20%)
- Wattage 1000 vs 900 watts (+11%)
Ivation IV-FD60RSS Food Dehydrator 6 Trays- Number of Trays 8 vs 6 (+33%)
Frequently asked questions
Can the Nesco FD-1018A dry sticky foods like fruit leather?
Yes. Eight fruit roll sheets are included for fruit rolls, and eight Clean-A-Screens handle small items.
Can I add trays to the Nesco FD-1018A?
Yes. The description says it expands from eight to 30 trays.
Is the Nesco FD-1018A also good for jerky?
It includes a jerky seasoning and cure sample, and the thermostat reaches 160 degrees F.